Ok, so one of the most common questions I get when people want more info on how to use essentials oils is, “how do I know what I need?” Well, my friends, there’s actually a pretty easy answer, and I generally go one of two ways. One is, let’s start with whatever it is that made you think about using oils in the first place. I mean, ...

Yes, it happened. How, you ask? Well you’re only asking that if we haven’t actually met. Because for most who know me, I’m not sure they were really all that surprised. Which I personally think says more about them than me. Or at least that’s what I’m going to keep thinking. Just let me have that. Anyway, since you probably still want to know how, here’s h...

So for almost two years now, I've had something wrong with my jaw. It came on gradually, in the form of a clicking sound when I chew. Honestly, for a long time, I didn't think anyone else could actually hear it - I thought only I could hear the sound in my own head. But then, in a very short period of time, both my dad and husband said something to me ab...

Isn’t part of enjoying any activity having cool stuff that can make it more fun? Well, in the case of working out, that cool stuff includes accessories...like cute, colorful weights. Am I right? So in the name of helping you all, I recently bought these arm weights called Tone-y-Bands , to test drive them and see if they’re really wort...

Ok people, brace yourselves. This is a semi-love letter from a diehard city girl with the aptly cynical mindset that comes from being a hustler as a network news TV producer in NYC for 20 years. You may be wondering what this semi-love letter will be written to…well I can assure you that probably any guess you make is wrong. Because…would you have guessed...

People, do you give a lot of thought to the kind of water you drink? I mean, are you someone where you’re just glad that you actually drank a decent amount of water each day, or are you very particular about the brand or type of water you drink? It may not be something you’ve really thought all that much about, but I have been – all because of a growing wat...

So, many of you know that back in the fall, I earnestly started incorporating regular exercise into my routine. And it hasn't been easy. I hate exercising. I've pretty much always hated exercising. But you know what I hate more? My flabby stomach and arms. I don't need a six pack, believe me, but I wouldn't mind being more toned and seeing some defin...

I'm turning 45 in a few days, and I'm still wondering inside when I'm going to feel like a grown up. I mean, I know that technically I AM a grown up - I've been married (twice), have kids, had a successful 20+ year TV career, and now have my own business and own my own home. Plus, like I said, I’m going to be 45. So I get that I'm most definitely, officiall...

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re very much like me – want to get in shape, want to try and make some healthy changes, but aren’t really willing (or able) to cut out every single vice. I’ll admit, I’m a candy lover (and I may drink Diet Sunkist on occasion – if by “occasion” you know I mean regularly) , and I bet I’m not the only one living larg...

Hi, my name is Jessica and I love Taco Bell. Yep, I do. And judge me all you want, but I know you secretly have your own fast food fix of some kind (McDonald's fries anyone?). Well anyway, I've been on a quest to make healthier choices. And I admit, it's not always easy. Especially for a candy/Diet Sunkist addict like myself. Does this sound familiar...

Yes, you read that right. And you may already think I’m a terrible person and a horrible mom (get in line, people). But before you make a final decision, hear me out. I’m in the middle of the anxiety-provoking, nerve-wracking process of applying to middle schools for my 10 year-old daughter. And no, she doesn’t go to private school. Both of my kids g...

Alright, it’s been almost 6 weeks since our very first training session, and I’m still in it. That’s pretty huge, people. Not only am I still in it, but I’m still (kind of sort of) having fun with it, and still proactively looking for new ways to do it. Thus bringing my daughter with me as my accountability partner (above). So far it’s been limi...

So it's been over a week and my head is still spinning. Have you ever gone to an event where you felt so impacted, so inspired that you could barely even express yourself? Yeah, that's about where I am now. I've thought a lot about whether to write a blog post about this, and a lot of my reluctance was because I knew it might come off as too much of a ...

Then you and I should be BFFs. Because I hate it. I mean, I love all the accoutrements - the cute leggings (hello? picture above?), fun sneakers, witty t-shirts and all that stuff, I just really dislike the actual exercising part. This is not new. I've pretty much been like this my whole life. I remember in college having friends that began go...

I love makeup. Like I can spend hours at a beauty counter or even a drugstore just perusing the shelves and finding a million things I never realized that I need right now. I’m just not so great at the application part, and unfortunately with makeup, that’s kind of all that counts. I happen to be a gigantic Bobbi Brown admirer ...

So one of the most exciting things about getting married is the idea of changing your name so that you and your new husband are really and truly one unit. You think about how it sounds, practice writing your new signature and even decide what your monogram will look like. But one of the not so exciting things about getting married is the idea of ha...

Happy Sunday everyone! I don’t know about you, but big sales always make me smile. And with what I see, I’m about to break into a happy dance. First off, I have to say, I think these Lang strappy sandals (my wedding shoes, actually) are THE most gorgeous shoes ever.
I coveted them long before I actually had the courage to buy them, and they a...

Picking up awesome, affordable products that actually work is a beautiful thing. While I do love some stuff that can’t be found at the local drugstore, there are plenty of great steals that are effective without breaking the bank. I’ve rounded up my top 6 faves: 1) Almay Eye makeup Remover Pads : hands down, the best eye makeup remover I&...

I saw this delicious-looking roasted chickpea recipe by Holley Grainger and just had to try it. I love chickpeas anytime, anywhere, so it was clear this snack was meant for me. It’s basically just regular roasted chickpeas, and then flavored one of three ways. Super simple – even I could do it! The flavor suggestions on Holly’s site were Buffalo, G...

Memorial Day is finally upon us and there are some absolutely amazing sales that I’m so excited about sharing so that you can get some unbelievable deals! First of all, check out Gucci ! They’re offering 40% off some of the most fabulous items, including this beautiful Swing small leather tote bag (in several colors, but the fuschia and so...

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Ok, so one of the most common questions I get when people want more info on how to use essentials oils is, “how do I know what I need?” Well, my friends, there’s actually a pretty easy answer, and I generally go one of two ways. One is, let’s start with whatever it is that made you think about using oils in the f...
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